01 May Day 22 4/29—5/1/25

Milford Sound
20250501_082129 Our drive from Queenstown to Milford Sound to us past some more sensational scenery on the Kingston-Garston Highway as we looked towards Janes Peak
Our drive from Queenstown to Milford Sound to us past some more sensational scenery on the Kingston-Garston Highway as we looked towards Janes Peak
20250501_105844 We have now driven around the mountain range to Eglinton Valley where the clouds ring the mountains looking towards Countess Peak.
We have now driven around the mountain range to Eglinton Valley where the clouds ring the mountains looking towards Countess Peak.
20250501_110609 Traveling along the Eglinton River in a valley between the mountain ranges near Mount Eglinton.
Traveling along the Eglinton River in a valley between the mountain ranges near Mount Eglinton.
20250501_110853 The Mirror Lakes are stunning reflection ponds located in Fiordland National Park, known for their breathtaking views of the Earl Mountains and easy...
The Mirror Lakes are stunning reflection ponds located in Fiordland National Park, known for their breathtaking views of the Earl Mountains and easy…
20250501_110937_007 Sharon and Ken at the Mirror Lakes.
Sharon and Ken at the Mirror Lakes.
20250501_115016 Looking towards Mount Christina.
Looking towards Mount Christina.
IMG_2487 The Hollyford Valley Lookout is a quick stop offering one of the best views along the drive to Milford Sound.
The Hollyford Valley Lookout is a quick stop offering one of the best views along the drive to Milford Sound.
IMG_2485 Another gorgeous photo from The Hollyford Valley Lookout.
Another gorgeous photo from The Hollyford Valley Lookout.
20250501_120159 Chao Pass is a pass used by General Aviation aircraft flying in the Fiordland National Park. It is located between Mt Cross Cut and Mt Christina at an elevation...
Chao Pass is a pass used by General Aviation aircraft flying in the Fiordland National Park. It is located between Mt Cross Cut and Mt Christina at an elevation…
20250501_121453 An awe-inspiring valley lay before us as we travel along the Milford Sound Highway just before we reached Hundred Falls.
An awe-inspiring valley lay before us as we travel along the Milford Sound Highway just before we reached Hundred Falls.
20250501_124122 We have arrived at the cruise port at Milford Sound where we will catch our cruise to see what is acclaimed as New Zealand's most famous tourist destination
We have arrived at the cruise port at Milford Sound where we will catch our cruise to see what is acclaimed as New Zealand's most famous tourist destination
20250501_134502 Looking out across Milford Sound towards Mount Tutoko. Rudyard Kipling called Milford Sound the eighth Wonder of the World.
Looking out across Milford Sound towards Mount Tutoko. Rudyard Kipling called Milford Sound the eighth Wonder of the World.
20250501_143012 Another cruise ship sails along and is surrounded by sheer rock faces that rise 3,900 feet or more on either side.
Another cruise ship sails along and is surrounded by sheer rock faces that rise 3,900 feet or more on either side.
IMG_2500 As a fiord, Milford Sound was formed by a process of glaciation over millions of years.
As a fiord, Milford Sound was formed by a process of glaciation over millions of years.
20250501_143531 This is Stirling Falls. One of the must see New Zealand Waterfalls, Stirling Falls, Māori name Waimanu Falls, is the most magnificent waterfall in the world's...
This is Stirling Falls. One of the must see New Zealand Waterfalls, Stirling Falls, Māori name Waimanu Falls, is the most magnificent waterfall in the world's…
IMG_2526 As you cruise through the pristine waters of Milford Sound, the sheer size and grandeur of Stirling Falls will capture your attention.
As you cruise through the pristine waters of Milford Sound, the sheer size and grandeur of Stirling Falls will capture your attention.
IMG_2521 Plummeting from a height of 510 feet, the falls create a spectacular display as the water crashes into the tranquil waters below. The misty spray that rises...
Plummeting from a height of 510 feet, the falls create a spectacular display as the water crashes into the tranquil waters below. The misty spray that rises…
20250501_143007 Sterling Falls as seen from the stern of our ship as we cruised the Milford Sound. With a mean annual rainfall of 252 inches each year Milford Sound is known as...
Sterling Falls as seen from the stern of our ship as we cruised the Milford Sound. With a mean annual rainfall of 252 inches each year Milford Sound is known as…
20250501_142641 During our Milford Sound cruise we spoted a couple of New Zealand fur seals basking in the sun on Seal Rock.
During our Milford Sound cruise we spoted a couple of New Zealand fur seals basking in the sun on Seal Rock.
IMG_2510 That’s right, these guys have their very own rock! Located close to the Tasman Sea, Seal Rock is often occupied by New Zealand fur seals (also known as Kekeno)...
That’s right, these guys have their very own rock! Located close to the Tasman Sea, Seal Rock is often occupied by New Zealand fur seals (also known as Kekeno)…